Tag Archive for 'Nut'

Almond Genome Sequenced

Jun 17, 2019 by News Staff

The domesticated almond tree (Prunus amygdalus) has been feeding humans for millennia. Derivation from the wild, bitter, and toxic almond required loss...

Consuming walnuts may be associated with a lower prevalence and frequency of depression symptoms among American adults. Image credit: Alicja.

Walnut Consumption May Lower Risk of Depression

Feb 8, 2019 by News Staff

In an epidemiological study using data on walnut consumption and depression from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), a team...

Adhering to a healthy diet, in particular a traditional Mediterranean diet, or avoiding a pro-inflammatory diet appears to confer some protection against depression in observational studies. Image credit: Rita E.

Eating Healthier, Plant-Rich Diet May Help Prevent Depression

Oct 1, 2018 by News Staff

According to a comprehensive, systematic review of previous studies, a diet of vegetables, fruits, nuts, plant-based food and fish — typical of a...

Pecans (Carya illinoinensis). Image credit: Tesa Robbins.

Pecan-Rich Diet Lowers Risk of Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes

Mar 23, 2018 by News Staff

Eating just 1.5 ounces (42.5 grams) of pecans every day may protect adults at risk for developing cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes, according...

A diet with walnuts leads to an overall significant increase in the diversity of bacteria in the gut. Image credit: Utroja0.

Study: Walnuts Keep Gut Healthy, Act as Prebiotic

Aug 24, 2017 by News Staff

Regular consumption of walnuts may be beneficial for digestive health by increasing the amount of good probiotic-type bacteria in the gut, according to...